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But creating an artificial incubator was necessary because the Giant Moa, a flightless bird that was hunted to extinction on New Zealand a few hundred years ago by Maori settlers, also had giant eggs, far larger than any living bird, even an ostrich, could possibly carry and lay.
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David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2026
Before scaling the technology further, Colossal plans to conduct additional testing using emu and ostrich eggs, the outlet reported.
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Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
If an ostrich egg reveals rainy conditions, that means an individual human settlement likely also felt that precipitation—and maybe the inhabitants changed their behavior accordingly.
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Hannah Richter,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
Another key element of the look is the flamboyant headpiece that Deacon created in collaboration with the iconic milliner Stephen Jones, which featured an eruption of ostrich and pheasant feathers that had been artfully dyed to echo the shades of Christie’s dress.
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Liam Hess,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
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David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2026
Before scaling the technology further, Colossal plans to conduct additional testing using emu and ostrich eggs, the outlet reported.
—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
If an ostrich egg reveals rainy conditions, that means an individual human settlement likely also felt that precipitation—and maybe the inhabitants changed their behavior accordingly.
—
Hannah Richter,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
Another key element of the look is the flamboyant headpiece that Deacon created in collaboration with the iconic milliner Stephen Jones, which featured an eruption of ostrich and pheasant feathers that had been artfully dyed to echo the shades of Christie’s dress.
—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ostrich
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Cedar Hollow Ranch is home to hundreds of animals, including impalas, Nubian ibexes and antelope.
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The ranch is home to a couple of hundred animals, including impalas, Nubian ibexes and an antelope found in Central Africa.
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Each club assembled a roster of ten athletes through a snake draft, selecting equal numbers of men and women.
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Look, snakes of a feather flock together.
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Embolomers looked like a cross between a crocodile and an eel, with large skulls full of sharp teeth, followed by long, eel-like bodies.
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Rather than the typical canvas material of the Authentic, however, the Combi has been previewed in luxe makeups including a red crocodile material.
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The knife went through it with ease, and the mix of sweet cinnamon and savory chicken just worked perfectly together.
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Backyard additions like parking pads, compost piles, and chickens need thoughtful planning to prevent critters, flooding, or property disputes.
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The zoo said the toy apparently fell into Guinness the American alligator's habitat on Friday.
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The unlined Sahariana jacket in wool-and-linen herringbone was worn over a striped shirt, while the Travel Jacket in lightweight wool hopsack with alligator-print nubuck details reflected Brioni’s sophisticated style.
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Verna did not know there was a gun in the vehicle that would be used for a sneak attack to kill him, but one of his last acts as an officer was to write a ticket, resulting in evidence that would eventually lead to solving his own murder, according to the prosecutor.
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The latest sneak peak into the sequel for the Nineties cult classic is filled with magic — but that doesn’t mean the Owen sisters are always onboard, especially not Bullock’s Sally.
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Adidas put Bad Bunny in its World Cup ad and a $160 F50 sneaker on shelves, then handed its Predator boot to Hermès designer Grace Wales Bonner, who produced a $350 snakeskin version.
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Faux snakeskin takes the place of the woven Kevlar panel that usually defines the model, while the long mudguard beneath is rendered in black nubuck.
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These classic cream puffs feature a light and airy pastry filled with smooth, rich pastry cream, perfect for a special occasion or indulgent treat.
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As explained in a 1985 issue of Better Homes & Gardens, cream puff batter that bakes like a popover best describes Nun's Puffs.
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“Ostrich.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ostrich. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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